Best Campgrounds near Fair Haven, VT

The Lake Bomoseen region surrounding Fair Haven, Vermont provides several established campgrounds with a range of accommodation options including tent sites, RV spaces, and cabin rentals. Bomoseen State Park Campground and Half Moon Pond State Park Campground, both within minutes of Fair Haven, offer waterfront sites and natural settings. Lake St. Catherine State Park and Lake Bomoseen KOA expand the camping options with additional amenities. The area is characterized by scenic lakes and ponds that create opportunities for water-based recreation while camping.

Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, typically from Memorial Day weekend through mid-October. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for waterfront sites and holiday weekends. A camper wrote, "The waterfront lean-tos are kind of close together. If you want more privacy, some of the primitive sites are a little more spread out." Vermont State Parks maintain clean facilities with showers and basic amenities, though hookups are limited at some locations. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with several reviews noting poor or non-existent coverage at Lake Bomoseen KOA. Weather conditions can change quickly, particularly in early spring and late fall when temperatures may drop significantly overnight.

Waterfront camping consistently receives positive feedback from visitors to the Fair Haven area. Half Moon Pond State Park garners particular praise for its quiet atmosphere and direct water access. A review mentioned, "We had a waterfront site so we could launch our kayaks right from our site." Families appreciate the swimming beaches at several parks, though some note that certain sections of lakes can be weedy. Mixed-use campgrounds accommodate various camping styles, with most offering both tent and RV sites. While developed campgrounds provide amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and access to bathhouses, the sites still maintain a natural feel with tree cover providing shade and some privacy between neighboring campers. Bomoseen State Park features a boardwalk path through marsh areas that adds to the nature experience while camping.

Best Camping Sites Near Fair Haven, Vermont (221)

    1. Rogers Rock Campground

    31 Reviews
    Hague, NY
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 585-6746

    $22 - $172 / night

    "For the last three years, we have traveled with dozens of friends and families to Rogers Rock Campground, which is tucked into the north end of the gorgeous 32 mile-long oasis that is Lake George."

    "Ive been coming to this spot nearly every year since I was a little girl."

    2. Lake Bomoseen KOA

    10 Reviews
    Bomoseen, VT
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 273-2061

    "No ATM on site to get cash… The sites are spacious enough, but are very close to each other. Zero buffer between neighboring sites means encroaching slide outs."

    "family camping Kabins, rv, and tent sites, arcade, store, ice cream, and Lake Bomoseen. Easy to get to, close to Castleton, Rutland, and Hubbarton Battlefield. Great spot for a family get-a-way."

    3. Half Moon Pond State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Bomoseen, VT
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 273-2848

    "Bomoseen State Park is right down the road, but I recommend staying at Half Moon and taking advantage of the large swimming area at Bomoseen, as well as all the cool ponds, lakes, and hiking trails nearby"

    "The pond is clean and swim-able and great for kayaks/canoes (near Glen Lake and Lake Bomoseen for boating and more kayaking/canoeing)."

    4. Bomoseen State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Bomoseen, VT
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 265-4242

    "It was during the COVID-19 pandemic, and we are happy to report that everyone wore masks in public spaces (restrooms), and that there was plenty of room for social distancing. "

    "We had a nice private site, close to amenities and the lake, the beach area was nice,  kind of rocky, but had sand for the beach. The play area has a nice set up, overall a nice camping area."

    5. Moose Hillock Camping Resorts

    22 Reviews
    Queensbury, NY
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 792-4500

    "Golf cart rentals (4 and 6 person) were expensive so we just walked the park multiple days. Each site is gigantic and well thought out and can easily say there is not a bad site in the place."

    "The park is very large so if you want to be near the pool/entertainment area or nearby bathrooms, pick your site accordingly."

    6. Lake George Escape Campground

    25 Reviews
    Warrensburg, NY
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Campground is placed 10 minutes from the bottom of Lake George with great hiking trails in the surrounding area. The campground it’s self it’s very clean in every aspect."

    "Restaurant and bar right next to the pool. Decent size spots."

    7. Lake St. Catherine State Park Campground

    1 Review
    Poultney, VT
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 287-9158

    "Lake St. Catherine state campground is located in the heart of the Slate Valley. There are 50 tent/rv sites and 11 leantos.  This lake is known by anglers and boaters alike."

    8. Gifford Woods State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Killington, VT
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 775-5354

    "Decent bathroom situation--I've seen better and I've seen worse in Vermont."

    "The park is amazingly clean, well run, located just of RT 4 and very near to Killington, Vermont. It has multiple lean-to sites which are in wooded areas."

    9. Narrow Island Group — Lake George Islands

    2 Reviews
    Huletts Landing, NY
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 499-1288

    $28 / night

    "I have stayed on Nobles Island & Floating Battery Island in the Narrows of Lake George. You must have a power boat ride out there or be up for a long paddle."

    10. Emerald Lake State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Danby, VT
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 362-1655

    "Beautiful campground in south central Vermont.  On a lovely emerald green small lake with nice beach. Good for fishing and kayaking.  Well kept."

    "The camp sites are quite a bit of a walk up the hill from the lake where there is swimming, kayaking, paddle boating and picnicking."

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Recent Reviews near Fair Haven, VT

776 Reviews of 221 Fair Haven Campgrounds


  • Marc D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 21, 2025

    Mount Ascutney State Park Campground

    Great state park

    This is a beautiful state park at the base of Mt ascutney. The campground is lovely. Forest Ed and beautiful fall colors in October. Good facilities. Friendly staff. Some noise from the interstate but not terrible. There is a 3.7 mile road that is extremely steep but paved, and goes to the summit of the mountain. Less than 1 mile hike from there to the observation tower. Great views. Lots of hiking trail trails.

  • S.D.G
    Oct. 17, 2025

    Quechee State Park Campground

    Great stop on any trip

    Clean, good facilities. Price has gone up to $38 a night. Got there close to the time the rangers left for the night, Nick was really kind to make sure I got situated before he left. Walking distance from the antique mall which is a stop everyone should make as well as good food and pizza right nearby. Great spot to stop at on any trip

  • Jenna L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Crown Point Campground

    Nice with a view

    Pretty nice campground all things considered, bathrooms are definitely rustic but kept clean. Some of the campsites are very close together, and others have a decent amount of space between them, not necessarily a lot of trees in between campsites for privacy. Beautiful views of the water, and surrounding mountains. Staff was extremely friendly!

  • Keith L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Jamaica State Park Campground

    Great Camping Experience at Jamaica State Park

    This was our second stay at this Vermont State Park. It was a great three days. The park rangers were tremendous in ensuring we had a great visit. They worked with us to get the right site. The bathroom facilities, while rustic, were clean. There is a plethora of things to do in the park itself and in the local community. Nonetheless, it starts and ends with the management of the campground. Lauren, the campground manager, and her team of professionals, do a great job. We will definitely return.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Austin Brook

    Site is mislabeled as FR 25

    There are a handful of sites down Austin Brook road, I had trouble finding a level spot. Minimal ATT reception but overall pretty area

  • B The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 7, 2025

    Quechee State Park Campground

    Beautiful, road noise, not a lot there

    Big, flat, beautiful sites. Road noise isn't super loud, but it's constant. Might be the nicest bathrooms I've seen in decades of camping.

    The weird thing is that there just isn't much here. The Quechee Gorge, best accessed from the back of the lawn behind the bathhouse, is the deepest in Vermont.. which is kind of like saying the best bagel or most populous city in Vermont. Prepared to be whelmed.

    It's a ~30 minute hike, you can access some slow semi-rapids at the bottom.

    Camping at the SP does give access to another trail that's moderately challenging and has both some level spots and a nice overlook.

    Don't regret the trip at all but it seems more like an awesome stopover than a worthwhile destination. Some decent restaurants in the area and even more in nearby Lebanon/White River Junction.

  • Chelsea B.
    Oct. 5, 2025

    Frontier Town Campground

    So clean!

    We stayed in site 33 which is in the equestrian camping area. It’s really open with little tree cover which is perfect for those who work remote using Starlink. We had fantastic connection. The sites in the equestrian camping area are huge and so clean. The bathrooms are the cleanest I’ve seen so far and we do this full time. The only disappointment was that the hot water doesn’t get very hot in the shower so you better do some jumping jacks to get pumped before showering during colder temps! The trails are well marked and well maintained. Overall, this is a fantastic campsite. There’s even a brewery a ten minute walk down the road. We didn’t go but looks nice. Get your supplies before you arrive! Not many places around to quickly grab charcoal if you need it.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 4, 2025

    Kampersville

    Nice

    The campsites are all in the trees with some sites not clearly defined. The sites seem good sized with new bathroom and showers, with individual showers with a toilet. There are a lot of monthly staying here. Overall a nice park


Guide to Fair Haven

Fair Haven, Vermont camping areas sit primarily at elevations between 400-600 feet in the slate valley region along Lake Bomoseen. Summer temperatures typically range from 55-80°F with cooler nights in fall when temperatures can drop into the 40s. Most campsites near Fair Haven remain open from mid-May through mid-October, with limited facilities available during shoulder seasons.

What to do

Hiking from campsites: Several campgrounds offer direct trail access for hiking. Gifford Woods State Park Campground features the Appalachian Trail running directly through the grounds with multiple day hike options. One visitor noted, "You can hike up to Deer Leep, around Kent Pond, or to Thundering Falls right from the campground."

Fishing opportunities: Lake Bomoseen and nearby ponds provide various fishing experiences. At Half Moon Pond State Park Campground, fishing directly from waterfront sites is possible, though one camper mentioned, "The pond is very weedy, so fishing was not so great, but the hiking trails around the park were fun."

Boating and paddling: Several lakes support motorized and non-motorized watercraft. Lake St. Catherine State Park Campground is "known by anglers and boaters alike" according to a reviewer, who also noted the "excellent beach" that accompanies the lake access.

Mountain biking: The slate valley region features developing trail networks. A camper staying at Lake St. Catherine mentioned, "Plentiful mountain bike trails are being developed all over this area. Pine hill in Rutland, and the Endless brook trails top the list of systems in the area to check out."

What campers like

Waterfront sites: Direct water access from campsites ranks highly among visitor preferences. At Half Moon Pond State Park Campground, one camper appreciated that "Sites are a good size and we were able to snag a water front site which was really beautiful. There are also lean-to sites and some cabins. We fished and kayaked right from our site."

Quiet atmosphere: Smaller state parks offer more peaceful settings. A reviewer at Half Moon Pond observed, "The park is small, quiet and very well cared for. Restrooms are modern and clean. Everyone seems to adhere to quiet hours so it was easy to get a good night's sleep."

Clean facilities: State park bathhouses consistently receive positive comments. At Emerald Lake State Park Campground, visitors commented that "facilities were great" and "restrooms are about average for state parks. They were definitely cleaned daily."

Swimming options: Beaches at various parks provide swimming opportunities. One camper at Emerald Lake wrote, "It's an awesome park for kids, and the turquoise water is a dream to cool off in. There's a small, sandy beach at one end of the lake, with a bath house and changing rooms nearby."

What you should know

Seasonal limitations: Most campgrounds operate on restricted schedules. Rogers Rock Campground runs "from May 19 to October 9" according to its information page, while Emerald Lake remains open "Memorial Day weekend to Columbus Day weekend."

Cell service variability: Coverage is inconsistent throughout the area. At Lake Bomoseen KOA, multiple reviewers noted communication challenges: "There is NO cell coverage and the Wi-Fi is poor and very slow if you can connect," and another confirmed, "Cell service is very limited. Very remote."

Site privacy differences: Campground layouts vary significantly in terms of site spacing. A camper at Emerald Lake noted, "Sites are on top of each other but some are more spacious and away from the others," while at Lake Bomoseen KOA someone reported, "Site we had was small, on a corner, not one bit of privacy."

Shower costs: State parks typically charge for showers. At Emerald Lake, campers are advised "Don't forget to bring quarters for the shower," a common feature across Vermont state parks.

Tips for camping with families

Beach access: Swimming areas with gradual entry work best for children. A visitor to Bomoseen State Park Campground shared, "We stayed 2 nights me my mom and 7 kids all my moms grandkids... our spot was close to the beach which had a fantastic park it was clean not busy at all."

Lean-to options: These structures provide extra protection from elements. At Emerald Lake, a visitor explained, "Leantos at this state park give you protection from the elements - mind you not all sites have a leanto... We also drove 10 minutes to nearby Danby for horse-riding at Mountain View Ranch which is a good break from soaking in water every day."

Nature exploration: Multiple parks feature accessible trails for children. Bomoseen State Park has "a boardwalk path through the marsh" that one reviewer highlighted for family exploration. Another noted its overall quality as "fun camping for the family."

Site selection considerations: Choose sites based on proximity to facilities. A family staying at Emerald Lake recommended: "Larchmont is our favorite camp site. It is much larger than most sites, a short walk to the showers and a bit tucked away for privacy. We had two tents set up there, which is impossible for most sites."

Tips from RVers

Limited hookup availability: Most state parks have minimal or no RV utilities. At Moose Hillock Camping Resorts just across the state line, full hookups are available, and a reviewer noted, "The sites at this park are huge. You could have parked three RVs in our site."

Site size variations: Larger rigs require careful site selection. One RVer at Lake Bomoseen KOA mentioned, "The campground is ok. It was a little tight for our 36ft 5th wheel but manageable. The sites are a good size and relatively level."

Dump station access: Some parks provide sanitary dumping without full hookups. While many Vermont state parks have dump stations, their availability may be limited during shoulder seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Fair Haven, VT?

According to TheDyrt.com, Fair Haven, VT offers a wide range of camping options, with 221 campgrounds and RV parks near Fair Haven, VT and 35 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Fair Haven, VT?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Fair Haven, VT is Rogers Rock Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 31 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Fair Haven, VT?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 35 free dispersed camping spots near Fair Haven, VT.

What parks are near Fair Haven, VT?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Fair Haven, VT that allow camping, notably Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests and Green Mountain National Forest.